SKOOL21 Honored with “Best in STEM” Award by STEM.org Educational Research
In a landmark recognition, STEM.org Educational Research™, the longest continuously operating, privately held STEM credentialing and evaluation organization in the United States, formally selected SKOOL21’s STEM Innovator Series as a “Best in STEM” honoree for 2022. The series ranked in the top 1% of STEM/STEAM products globally and was celebrated for its quality, accessibility, and educational innovation.
About STEM.org Educational Research
Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, STEM.org provides research, credentialing, and accreditation services for STEM education programs, products, and institutions around the world. It offers trusted validation through program accreditation, product authentication, curriculum reviews, and digital certification—helping educators and organizations assert quality in STEM learning materials.
- Interactive displays featuring Coding, Robotics, 3D Printing, and Sustainable Innovation projects
- Live demonstrations and guided walkthroughs of key kit-based classroom activities
- Insights into how SKOOL21 materials are empowering educators across regions
Why This Award Matters
- Elite Recognition: Only a small fraction of STEM products evaluated—over 4,600 between 2015 and 2022—receive the Best in STEM designation
- Unbiased Evaluation: STEM.org does not charge products to participate, ensuring its awards are impartial and educator-driven.
- Global Credibility: Recognition by such a well-established body enhances both program trust and market visibility.
What the Award Signals About SKOOL21
- Exceptional Design & Impact: SKOOL21’s materials received praise for blending engaging, hands‑on learning with curriculum-aligned content suitable for Grades 1–12.
- Scalable Quality: The program is effective across diverse educational settings—including resource-limited schools—and adaptable internationally.
- Pathways to STEM.org Credentialing: Accredited schools and product users can benefit from digital credentials and recognition pathways through STEM.org, reinforcing global standards of excellence.
Context & Broader Significance
This award underscores SKOOL21’s leadership in project-based learning, critical thinking frameworks, and STEAM integration—all aligned with global trends in competency-based STEM pedagogy. Programs like SKOOL21 are increasingly valued in education systems seeking scalable, impactful, and inclusive STEM education.
In Summary
- Program: SKOOL21’s STEM Innovator Series
- Recognition: “Best in STEM” honoree, top 1% globally
- Date: January 23, 2023, by STEM.org Educational Research™
- Significance: Validates design excellence, educational efficacy, and international relevance—and supports pathways for accredited recognition
This accolade reinforces SKOOL21’s mission to redefine learning through experiential, standards-aligned STEM education that empowers schools and students globally.